The denouement, from the French - to untie (nouer- to tie),( from Latin - nodus-knot).
The moment when the main conflict ends in a story is called the resolution. The resolution happens after the climax of the story.
the climax of the story
It use to be that, in literature, a incidence of realization was known as a 'moment of realization' or as you have pointed out 'moment of illumination' and these got shortened down to just 'a moment' or 'moments'. It (or they) signify the point in the story where certain things are realized, either by the characters or the reader or perhaps just the narrator. Then a certain famous writer (James Joyce) thought that such a generic term wasn't worthy of such an important facet of writing and revived and expanded the meaning of an obscure word to take the place of this term. Epiphany.
A sudden life changing revelation would most usually be called a realization. Synonyms include Epiphany, the Ah-Ha Moment, the Eureka Insight, the Paradigm Shift, or the Perception Shift.
Yes realization is a theme
An exclamation of discovery is called an "aha moment" or an "Eureka moment." It refers to a sudden realization or insight that brings clarity to a situation or problem.
The moment of sudden understanding is called an epiphany. It refers to a sudden realization or insight that brings about a new understanding or perspective on a situation or problem.
"Aha Moment" is a short story that follows a character who experiences a sudden insight or realization that leads to a profound shift in their perspective or understanding. Through this moment of clarity, the character undergoes personal growth or transformation.
The cast of Moment of Realization - 2010 includes: Steele Joesh Sciberras as Shawn
The term is "anagnorisis," which refers to the moment of tragic recognition or realization by the protagonist about their own character flaw or error in judgment.
climax. It is the moment of greatest tension or conflict, where the outcome of the story is decided and the protagonist is faced with a key decision or realization that propels the story toward its conclusion.
The synonyms would be an epiphany, realization, or sudden insight. Another terms used for the result of the action is breakthrough.
The moment when the main conflict ends in a story is called the resolution. The resolution happens after the climax of the story.
"The Resolution of the story "Rice and Bullets" involves the protagonist finding a way to survive amidst the chaos and conflict. It typically involves a moment of realization or decision that brings some form of closure or understanding to the story."
The climax of "The Man" occurs when the protagonist faces a crucial decision or realization that brings the story to its highest point of tension or conflict. This moment often leads to a resolution or change in the protagonist's situation.
The denouement of Catherine Lim's "The Taximan's Story" occurs when the taximan makes a profound realization about the nature of human relationships and the value of honesty. He comes to understand the importance of empathy and compassion in communication, leading to a moment of personal growth and self-awareness. This realization marks a turning point in the story and sets the tone for the resolution of the narrative.
A sudden thought is often referred to as an "epiphany" or a "brainwave." It is a moment of sudden realization or understanding that can lead to new insights or solutions.